Jacques Barraband (French, 1767–1809). African Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax). Early 19th century. bayer_11_17 20" x 27 1/4" sheet

20" x 27 1/4" sheet

Two sheets joined (16 x 42 5/8 inches to the neatline

The island suggested possible links to the Northwest Passage

Minor stress cracks on both globes

Henricus Hondius

Jacques Barraband (French, 1767–1809). African Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax). Early 19th century. bayer_11_17 20" x 27 1/4" sheetJacques Barraband (French, 17671809) African Tawny Eagle (Aquila rapax) France, early 19th century Gouache and watercolor on paper Sheet Size: 39 cm x 53. 5 cm A fierce and commanding raptor, its image resonates with the martial aspirations of Napoleon, whose imperial emblemthe eaglewas drawn from birds such as this. Provenance: This watercolor was a part of the extensive ornithological study commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte during the Egyptian